Be among the first 25 applicants.
Overview
We are seeking to appoint an Engagement Tutor to join us on a fixed-term basis from Autumn 2025 to 17 July 2026. The post offers an excellent opportunity to work in a strong SEND department in our highly successful academy.
The core purpose of the role is to support the re-engagement and re-integration of students with Emotionally Based School Avoidance (EBSA) and SEMH needs into education through personalised intervention, mentoring, and alternative provision within The Bridge and, where necessary, in the community settings.
Personal qualities
The successful applicant should have qualifications in Maths and English at minimum C grade GCSE (grade 4) or equivalent Level 2 qualification. It is essential that the applicant is educated to a degree level. Applicants should be hardworking, enthusiastic and have a high level of commitment and ability to focus on fostering the teaching and learning and personal development of Year 7 to 13 students.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities of the post holder will be in accordance with the Engagement Tutor job description.
Remuneration and Working Time
The hours of work required for the role are 37 hours per week, 8:30 a.m.– 4:30 p.m. on Mondays – Thursdays and 8:30 a.m. to 4.00 p.m. on Fridays (with 30 minutes unpaid lunch), term time only, plus inset days (39 weeks per year).
Annual salary will be in accordance with the Academy’s Support Staff Pay Scale, which for appointment for a full-time post currently involves a salary of Band 3, Point 17 in the range of point 17–25 with an actual starting salary of £21,344 per annum.
Application Process
If you are interested in the position and wish to discuss the post prior to application, please email Mrs Dorcas Ologunde, Director of Human Resources, at d.ologunde@plume.essex.sch.uk, to arrange a telephone conversation. To apply please complete the Online Plume Academy application form (https://plumetrust.face-ed.co.uk/Vacancies/Detail?campaignRef=SCH-PT-0091). This must be completed and submitted to HR@plume.essex.sch.uk by the closing date stated (unaccompanied CVs or third-party application forms will not be accepted).
Closing Date: noon on Monday, 29 September 2025.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Interviews are likely to take place on the week commencing 29 September 2025 or sooner upon receipt of application.
Plume Academy remains fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.
Seniority level
* Entry level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Education and Training
Industries
* Book and Periodical Publishing
#J-18808-Ljbffr